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should I change these wooden frame windows?

last month

The problem is these windows are very drafty and not that well insulating. However if I plan to change the windows I must still keep the outside wood frame as it is supporting the structure and the window company said pvc is better than aluminium when paired next to a wood frame.

And I’m not such a huge fan of pvc windows as they are very chunky and plastic looking in my opinion.

Window size: 2.5m x 2m

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chloeloves
last month
This is a very unusual window configuration with the fixed panes and then hinged window in the middle. I imagine originally it may have been a sash window in the centre pane? Are you in the uk m, the window latch looks more European to me. I would ask a reputable glaZing company to look at them for you. They could hopefully quote to add double glazed panels to the existing framework? Failing that a good carpenter that makes windows would be able to remake the unit for you. I hate UPVC too it would look pretty clunky. If you have the budget I would ask a wooden window maker to quote to replace it with a central sash and fixed panes either side
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Bespoke Glazing Design
25 days ago
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